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New Tasks

by Paul Long Frequently Asked QuestionsHelpful Articles & Tips

Never add new tasks in front of the queue, add them to the bottom. Complete what you are doing first.

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Busy Work

by Paul Long Frequently Asked QuestionsHelpful Articles & Tips

Prioritize and only do what matters. Avoid busy work and going in all directions. Say no to stuff that won’t move the needle.

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Funding a Start-up, How to Tap an IRA or 401(k)

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

A Wall Street Journal Article-- There are ways to use IRA and 401(k) funds to finance your start-up business. But it isn’t simply a choice of writing ...

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Email Marketing Basics for Small Business

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

By Ijeoma S. Nwatu-- Email marketing is just one of many ways to engage customers and ultimately lead them to purchase a product or service. Buildi ...

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How to Pick a Credit Card for Your Business

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

A Wall Street Journal Article-- Credit-card issuers and banks have been expanding their offerings for small businesses. It is often much easier and f ...

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How to Start a Business with a Partner

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

A Wall Street Journal Article-- Business partners often start businesses together with little planning and few ground rules. Sooner or later, they di ...

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Association Networking

by Paul Long Frequently Asked QuestionsHelpful Articles & Tips

Networking is something that we all have to do to get business. I am sure you all know that there is an Association for everything. Many of these asso ...

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How to Find a Business Owner Who Wants to Sell

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

A Wall Street Journal Article Buying an existing business from an owner looking to retire or otherwise cash out is an attractive way to become an ent ...

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26 INEXPENSIVE CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY IDEAS

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

by SARA SUGAR We have a few inexpensive customer appreciation tricks up our sleeve that can assist you in making your loyal (and soon-to-be loyal) cu ...

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This is Why Every Entrepreneur Needs to Go on an Annual Retreat

by Paul Long Helpful Articles & Tips

A Small Biz Viewpoints Article When you run a successful company, it may seem counter-intuitive to think about leaving for a few days. However, takin ...

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